WENDY KATHLEEN HAGUE (née THOMSON)

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

• I spent many pleasant times with Wendy whether at work or doing our lunchtime walks. I visited Wendy at home on several occasions to chat and maybe have a glass of wine. I am truly saddened today as I learned of Wendy’s passing. Love and condolences to all of your family. Val Foster, Manitoulin Island. - Posted by: Valerie Foster (Friend ) on: Apr 10, 2024

• I was truly saddened to learn of Wendy’s passing. My most heartfelt condolences to Ab, the boys and their families. - Posted by: Michelle Owen (.) on: Sep 11, 2022

• We’ve been blessed to have Wendy (& Ab) as our friends for almost 50 years. Wendy set the gold standard for all things friendship related - the most thoughtful gifts, the best organizer - planning & pulling off fabulous fun and delicious dinners ,lunch or coffee dates, comfort food (often delivered by Ab) and finding the perfect card for every occasion containing the most thoughtful words. When time went by between get togethers we could always reconnect. Wendy shared her great love for her family and her many passions in everyday life. She had a gift for relating her/their misadventures, even sharing her occasional justified outbursts which always made us laugh but also made us love her even more. We will always carry these memories of Wendy in our hearts & be grateful for the time we spent together. Our deepest sympathies Ab, Adam, & Jesse, Barb & Tyler. - Posted by: Linda and Murray Malcolmson (Friends) on: Sep 10, 2022

• Dear Ab, Adam and Jesse, Cam and I and our daughters Maggie and Rose (and our little tabby cat, Jenny) were your across-the-street neighbours on Queenston Street back in the 1990s. I remember so fondly the warm welcome Wendy (and you) gave us, and what a force of nature Wendy was in helping to make that block of the street a wonderful community. I'm so sorry to learn of her death. There is a big empty place at your family table now, and I wish you and all Wendy's family peaceful hearts through this sad passage. - Posted by: Amy Zierler (former neighbour) on: Sep 08, 2022

• Ab and family. Claude and I are so sorry to hear of Wendy’s passing. Wendy was a bright light whenever we were together with her humor, compassion, interest and friendship. Hockey parents and snow bunnies were always more when happening together. She was able to make her house a home filled with comfort and warmth. We are truly sorry for your loss❤️ - Posted by: Claude and Bonny Chapman (Friends) on: Sep 06, 2022

• Wendy was such bright light of positivity throughout all our formative years. I remember her glowing presence and patience as a very young child, this continued throughout the years as Jesse and I grew up just a street away. I have to admit that I respect this even more so now that I have two boys of my own, it is not always an easy task! She was always so welcoming to their beautiful home and hosted lovely gatherings for our friends, often. I will always remember one Christmas that Jesse called us to come over for what sounded like a very casual drink. I arrived to find a dining room table full of fancy dainties and the house absolutely glowing with Christmas decor and cheer. I would often bump into her out walking after Jesse moved to BC, she was always so nice and remembered so many details. I always thought this was a sign of a truly caring person. Ab, Jesse, Adam and family, I am so sorry for your loss. There is no condolence strong enough for this situation. Please take solace in the fact that she had a life well lived. Something we should all strive for. Like everything else, she did this very well. - Posted by: Chelsa Carter (Family Friend) on: Sep 06, 2022

• My heart goes out to you and your family Ab. May all of you cherish the time you shared with Wendy as your wife, mother and friend to others. Those memories will last forever. Kindest regards, Frank (Lyn) Anderson - Posted by: Frank Anderson (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2022

• There are no words to convey my deep sadness upon hearing about Wendy’s passing. Wendy and I were childhood friends and our friendship forms much of my earliest memories. Wendy was a close friend in elementary school, a friendship that grew over time. I remember her as a positive childhood playmate on Assiniboine Avenue; no drama; just a pleasant and well balanced friend. Wendy was always there for me; even after I moved away from Winnipeg and that was special to me. I remember how talented Wendy was over her life; whether sewing; baking, cooking; interior decorating, raising a family, or working professionally. She put her heart into her many interests and did everything with such good taste and skill. Wendy was a class act! Wendy was always a friendly voice on the other end of the phone when we kept in touch a few times a year, for decades. We could just pick up the phone and it was always rewarding to catch up and feel like there had been no distance between us. Wendy remembered what was happening and was sympathetic, caring, understanding and interested. She was a great listener; offered good advice, was compassionate and she shared her life experiences as well. I heard about the wonderful trips she took with Ab and friends over the years; about the boys becoming young men and beginning lives and families of their own; I heard about the delights of having grandchildren; and stories about Tyler who was so special to her. I am heartbroken to lose such a wonderful and special friend but I am happy to have kept in touch and shared news of Wendy’s special life events over the years. Wendy had a big heart and was a very loving person. I will miss her deeply. Wendy, you will remain in my thoughts as time moves forward ❤️. Until we meet again. Dear Ab, Adam & Jesse, Barbara & Tyler and families, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all. 💕. - Posted by: Ruthie (McCready) MacNabb (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2022

• Dear Ab & boys, Barb & family, I’m sending my deepest heartfelt condolences to you all on the loss of a truly treasured soul. I went to school with Wendy and we had so much fun together. Wendy had me over to her home for lunch and we shared our favourite “Kraft dinner” and had many stories to chat about…those were the days. I will hold her close in my heart always….till we meet again dear Wendy. Love Mayno - Posted by: Marilyn Grant ( Dilts ) (Friend) on: Sep 04, 2022

• Dear Wendy's Family. Please accept my sincere condolences. I met Wendy at GWL's medical rooms. Wendy was the perfect person to first greet you. She would make you feel welcomed if not even better! If you needed an asprin, a quiet place, a noon-hour nap, whatever, she looked after you with care and compassion. Thank you for sharing Wendy with those of us who needed someone that was generous with her listening ear, was kind and gave the best smiles. - Posted by: Denise Elias (Acquaintance) on: Sep 03, 2022

• Dear Ab and family, It is with great sadness that I have learned of Wendy’s passing. I remember joint family ski trips to the Rockies where our teens honed their snowboarding skills and we, the parents, accepted that we could no longer keep up. The ski day would end with Beaver Tails at the bottom of the hill and shared potluck suppers. These were the best of times! May your many warm memories of Wendy as a wife and mother sustain you through this difficult time. She was a very special person who had style from the inside out. - Posted by: Michelle Eldridge (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2022

• I often met Wendy on the medical room at GWL. She was always welcoming and ready to assist with good advice, supportive if that was needed. Loved her ready smile each time I walked through the medical room doors. Sincere condolences to her family. - Posted by: Violette Da Costa (Great-West Life staff member ) on: Sep 03, 2022

• Had a few visits with her when she worked in the Medical Office at GWL.. She was always a pleasant person and had the most beautiful, radiant smile. My deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.. She was one of a kind... - Posted by: Sharon Mouritsen (acquaintance at GWL) on: Sep 03, 2022

• Ab, Adam and Jesse, I am profoundly sorry to hear that Weny has passed away. My last correspondences with her were via email, but those stopped shortly after Christmas. I just chalked it up to her usual busy-ness and trips west to visit Jesse and his family. And Covid got in the way of in-person coffee chats. I met Wendy in 1984 when we both worked at the U of M nursery program in the Human Ecology faculty. Friendship was instantaneous, and often included playdates with Adam and Jesse and our two sons. We had recently reconnected and I looked forward to being with her again. "I would have been a better friend, if I hadn't trusted Time". (Rod McKuen) Typically, she downplayed her health issues. I am so very sorry for your loss. Wendy was a very bright light, and though dimmed now, I know she will continue to brighten every thought. She will be so missed. - Posted by: Mardi Robson (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2022